AAMA - African-American Marketing Association

Membership

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AAMA Membership

Why Membership Matters

Membership in the African American Marketing Association (AAMA) connects Black marketers, creatives, and entrepreneurs to education, community, and opportunity for growth in the industry.

Black professionals have always shaped the industry, but access to education, leadership pathways, and opportunity has not always been equitable. AAMA exists to help close that gap by creating a space where Black marketers, creatives, and entrepreneurs are equipped, supported, and positioned to lead.

Membership in AAMA is an investment in your growth. Members gain access to trusted education, real-world insights, and a community that understands the unique challenges and opportunities Black marketers, creatives, and entrepreneurs face. This is not passive membership; it is active participation in a collective built to support long-term success.

Who Should Join AAMA?

Marketers of all backgrounds looking to enhance their skills, career opportunities, and grow their network.

Creatives and content creators seeking visibility, collaboration, and access to opportunity.

Entrepreneurs and small business owners strengthening their brands and marketing strategies.

College students and new graduates willing to gain first-hand insight on starting their marketing career.

What you get

Member Benefits Include

Professional Development

Including a variety of in-person events and webinars

Networking

With the top marketers, creatives, and entrepreneurs in the industry

Resources

Gain access to exclusive content and resources for your brand

Leadership Opportunities

Enhance your skills by joining a committee or the leadership team

Volunteer Opportunities

Give back to the community while building your professional network

Mentorship

Get matched with experienced marketing professionals who invest in your growth

Plans

Select a Membership Level

Choose the tier that best fits your career stage and goals.

Main Memberships

You may select only one level from this group.

Recommended

Culture Collective

$149 per Year

  • All events access
  • Professional development workshops
  • Quality networking and connections
  • Member directory listing
  • Career board access
  • Resource library
  • Mentorship matching
  • Private community access

Mission Partners

$99 per Year

  • Select events access
  • Professional development workshops
  • Networking opportunities
  • Member directory listing
  • Career board access
  • Resource library

Business Builder

$249 per Year

  • Everything in Culture Collective
  • Speaking opportunities
  • Leadership development
  • Job board posting
  • Event sponsorship discounts
  • Quarterly strategy calls
  • Early access to events

Student

Free

  • Select events access
  • Resource library
  • Community directory listing
  • Career board access
  • Blog and podcast access

Monthly Memberships

You may select only one level from this group.

Culture Collective (Monthly)

$12.50 per Month

  • All events access
  • Professional development workshops
  • Quality networking and connections
  • Member directory listing
  • Career board access
  • Resource library
  • Mentorship matching
  • Private community access

Business Builder (Monthly)

$30 per Month

  • Everything in Culture Collective
  • Speaking opportunities
  • Leadership development
  • Job board posting
  • Event sponsorship discounts
  • Quarterly strategy calls
  • Early access to events

For student memberships or general inquiries, please send an email to membership@aa-ma.org.

Member Stories

What our members say

AAMA gave me a community where I could grow as a marketer and connect with professionals who understand the unique challenges we face in this industry.

- Melody Robinson, Sr. Marketing Manager at GRAIL

The networking and mentorship through AAMA have been invaluable. Being part of this community has opened doors I did not know existed.

- Henry Adaso, Marketing Professional at Cemex

We help mission-driven organizations turn complex visions into strategic stories. AAMA has been instrumental in connecting me with like-minded marketers and creatives.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Have questions about membership? We have answers.

We offer several tiers including Culture Collective ($149/year or $40/quarter), Mission Partners ($99/year), Business Builder ($249/year or $65/quarter), and Student (free). Each tier provides access to events, resources, networking, and community features.

AAMA is open to all marketers and non-marketers. Whether you are a content creator, publicist, videographer, business owner, or just need to learn marketing, we want to be your number-one resource.

Yes, you can change your membership tier at any time from your account dashboard. Upgrades take effect immediately, and downgrades take effect at the end of your current billing period.

Yes, student memberships are free. For student memberships or general inquiries, please send an email to membership@aa-ma.org.

You can cancel anytime through your account billing page. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period. No cancellation fees.

Yes! Contact us at membership@aa-ma.org to discuss group and corporate membership options.

Ready to join?

If you are looking for more than a marketing organization, if you are looking for community, growth, and opportunity, AAMA is for you!